World Cruises Cruises

A world cruise is the ultimate expression of ocean travel — an epic voyage of 100 to 180 days that circumnavigates the globe, visiting dozens of countries across multiple continents. These grand voyages typically depart in January from major ports like Southampton, Fort Lauderdale, or Sydney, returning in spring or early summer.

World cruise itineraries are meticulously planned to showcase the planet's greatest highlights: the Panama Canal, the Great Barrier Reef, the temples of Southeast Asia, the fjords of Norway, the Greek islands, and dozens more iconic destinations. Most world cruises include 30–50 port calls across 25–40 countries, with extended overnight stays in marquee cities like Sydney, Singapore, and Cape Town.

Cunard's Queen Mary 2 offers the most iconic world voyage, continuing a tradition dating back to the 1920s. Other notable world cruises include Holland America's Grand World Voyage, Oceania's Around the World itinerary, and Viking's Ultimate World Cruise (the longest at 245 days). Prices start from approximately £15,000 for an inside cabin on the most affordable lines, rising to over £100,000 for luxury suites.